1959 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1981 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Panda (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1981 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 58 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2170 mm |
